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How your mortgage affects your credit score
Bankrate via AOL· 40 minutes agoKey takeaways Getting a mortgage can cause a temporary dip in your credit score. But consistent, on-time mortgage payments will cause your credit score...
Here's What Happens to Your Credit Score When You Get a New Credit Card
Motley Fool· 8 months agoImage source: Getty Images A flashy welcome offer on a rewards card. A 0% APR period that's 21...
What to do when your credit card application is denied
Yahoo Personal Finance· 1 month agoYou’ve done the research, found the best credit card for your wallet, and filled out your...
Will applying for a new credit card hurt my mortgage application?
Yahoo Personal Finance· 1 month agoOnce you start making moves to buy a new home, it’s time to put your credit card applications on...
Why did my credit score drop after paying off debt?
Bankrate via AOL· 4 weeks agoKey takeaways If you take out a loan to consolidate debt, you could see a temporary drop because of the hard inquiry for the new loan. Your credit score...
Easy ways to fix your credit now
CBS News via Yahoo News· 2 years agoPoor or mediocre credit history can have wide-ranging consequences including higher interest rates on credit products and fewer loan options. It can also...
Do balance transfers hurt your credit score?
Bankrate via AOL· 2 months agoKey takeaways Applying for a new balance transfer credit card requires a hard credit inquiry, which may lower your credit score temporarily. Your credit...
Will an emergency loan impact my credit?
Bankrate via Yahoo Finance· 7 months agoKey takeaways When you apply for an emergency loan, a lender usually performs a hard credit check to review your credit history and reports, which...
From payment history to what’s owed, here’s how to unravel mystery of credit score
Kansas City Star via Yahoo News· 1 year agoIn a recent column, I addressed how to attain a basic understanding of credit, along with how your...
It can open doors or slam them shut: Here’s what to know about your credit score
Kansas City Star via Yahoo News· 5 months agoIn the world of personal finance, few topics have as many misconceptions as a credit score. It’s a...